Profit

Kao targets improved operating margins

14-Sep-2016 By Simon Pitman

Japanese multinational cosmetics player Kao says it is targeting a further increase in sales for its cosmetics division while also raising the profit margin target through to 2020.

Mixed bag for PZ Cussons as Asia gains offset by tough trade in Nigeria

30-Jan-2013 By Andrew MCDOUGALL

Hair care manufacturer PZ Cussons has seen business in the UK and Asia boost profits for the first half of the year, but there are big concerns over poor performance in its key African market.

Cosmetics sales provide boost for Henkel as sales and profits are up

10-May-2012 By Andrew McDougall

Finished goods manufacturer Henkel has posted its first quarter 2012 results, with sales and profitability up in all sectors, with cosmetics more than pulling its weight.

Troubles in biggest single market forces PZ Cussons to issue profit warning… again

28-Mar-2012 By Andrew McDougall

Despite trading in line with expectations in the UK and Asia, hair care manufacturer PZ Cussons has been forced to issue its second profit warning in four months as continuing challenges in Nigeria lead to substantial downgrades.

Emerging markets offset lower fragrance and beauty sales for IFF

09-Aug-2011 By Simon Pitman

International Fragrance and Flavors has reported a significant gain in second quarter sales, with a strong performance in emerging markets offsetting higher costs and slower beauty sales.

Colgate-Palmolive announces record profits on continued sales growth

30-Jul-2010 By Simon Pitman

The world’s leading oral care player, Colgate Palmolive, has announced continued steady sales growth and record profits for its second quarter.

PZ Cussons’ profits rise but revenues flat on currency impact

27-Jul-2010 By Katie Nichol

PZ Cussons has reported a rise in annual profits while adverse currency impacts and a lack of liquidity in Nigeria led to a slight drop in reported revenues.

L’Oreal’s dip in net profits is less than expected

28-Aug-2009 By Simon Pitman

L’Oreal has announced a 14 per cent drop in its first half profits as a gradual rise in sales helps get the global cosmetics player back on track, beating market forecasts.

IFF is 'cautiously optimistic' for 2009 despite margin pressures

05-Feb-2009 By Katie Bird

High raw material costs and lower sales take their toll on the bottom line at International Flavors and Fragrancesf (IFF).

Fragrance sales continue to disappoint for IFF

30-Oct-2008 By Katie Bird

International Flavors and Fragrances has reported a drop in profits this quarter due to higher input costs and a shift to lower margin products.

Oriflame 2Q sees operating profits dip

01-Aug-2005

Oriflame has reported operating profits well down on the same
period last year, as the company's attempts to expand into new
markets hit the bottom line, reports Simon Pitman.

L'Oréal posts positive first quarter

16-Apr-2004

L'Oréal has announced a good start to 2004 following the release of
its first quarter results. The company saw growth in all of its
cosmetic divisions despite a high base of comparrison against last
year's results. The dermatology...